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CXR

My daughter had a CXR and it states: the heart is not enlarged. Slightly increased markings in the left retrocardiac region. The possiblity of a mild infiltrate in this area cannot be entirely excluded. No pulmonary venous congestion or pleural effusion. Impression: Questionable mild left lower lobe infiltrate. What does this mean?

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